FTP term explained

FTP (File Transfer Protocol) is a special Protocol that is designed to exchange data in computer networks, it was created long before the advent of HTTP in 1975.

From the beginning the appearance, the Protocol is fairly strong protective system. In our time, the servers are able to work with SSL technology. You can use the FTP if you want to distribute a computer program, or to access remote hosts. To work with the Protocol is possible using a normal browser.